Experimental Safety Technician

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.

Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.

Supported by 21 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.

Within the Safety Group, you will be in charge of dealing with different safety matters related to the experimental program carried out at the ESRF.

Your mission is to ensure the safety follow-up in the following areas:

• Chemistry, biochemistry and biology laboratories, in particular:
  • Verification of good code of practice for users of the laboratories
  • Updating of safety data sheets
  • Updating of chemical inventory
  • Distribution and verification of protective equipment, safety labeling, instructions
• Administrative support in the preparation, organization of the start-up of experiments
• Organizational support for periodic inspection of pressure regulators
• Purchasing of chemicals and toxic substances